Amaranthus Caudatus

Blooms continuously midsummer to frost. Unusual green trusses are vase-ready, fresh-cut or dried. The green version of an heirloom red variety, the luminous light-green thick foliage contrasts with pendant bright green plumes.

To dry, hang nontrailing varieties upside down. Common names include amaranth and tassel flower. Harden off by growing at 62-65°F (17-18°C) and transplant outside after last frost.After last frost, sow thinly, barely covering the seed.

Flowers appear over a long, late season. Flower plumes sport bright pistachio shade leaves with dark bronze tips.

With long-lasting color, they're great in arrangements, fresh-cut or dried. Start in containers and set out 6-week plants after frost. Amaranthus needs heat and a long season. The tiny seeds take 2 weeks to sprout.

Stand trailing varieties upright in a bucket or other tall container to maintain the draped appearance.If anything you purchase from us proves unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item or refund the purchase price.

Molten Fire' quickly unleashes a vivid midsummer dream of bright, red-maroon-colored foliage. Easy to grow from seed, poinsettia relative performs optimally in sun-part shade. Plants laugh off heat and humidity extremes.

To dry, hang nontrailing varieties upside down. All have similar plant habits, days to maturity, and great presence in arrangements. Harden off by growing at 62-65°F (17-18°C) and transplant outside after last frost.After last frost, sow thinly, barely...

Seeds are also edible. Packet: 100 seeds.Sow 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Organically grown. When seedlings have first true leaves, thin to 12-15" apart.12-15". Barely cover seed.

To dry, hang nontrailing varieties upside down. When plants are young and leaves are tender, the foliage makes a nice edible green. Barely cover seed. For upright, plume type, thinner and more manageable stems can be achieved using a tighter spacing of...

Commonly known as Love-Lies-Bleeding, this interesting old fashioned annual is best known for its large, drooping tassels of flowers that spill from the tall plants. For commercial growers, they are often grown for cut flower production for use in large...

Grows With: Snapdragons (Antirrhinum), tobacco (Nicotiana), Salvia Water Use: Low Watering Details: Drought tolerant; 1" per week is more than enough. Sprout Time: 3-14 days Starting Indoors: 6-8 weeks before last frost, start in peat pots with vermiculite.

Thin to 2' apart. PH: Slightly acidic to neutral Fertilizer: If soils are particularly poor, scratch in an organic 5-5-5 granular fertilizer once seedlings have reached 6-8" in height.

Grows With: Snapdragons (Antirrhinum), tobacco (Nicotiana), Salvia Water Use: Low Watering Details: Drought tolerant; 1" per week is more than enough. Keep at 65-75F°F. What You'll Grow Plant: Somewhat shrub-like with oval-lance shaped bright green leaves...

Starting Outdoors: Wait until the soil has warmed, about 2-3 weeks after last frost. They also act as a foil to vivid magenta or purple. Flowering: Clusters of chartreuse green flower tassels dangling from stems.

Thin to 2' apart. PH: Slightly acidic to neutral Fertilizer: If soils are particularly poor, scratch in an organic 5-5-5 granular fertilizer once seedlings have reached 6-8" in height.

What You'll Grow Plant: Somewhat shrub-like with oval-lance shaped bright green leaves on light pink stems. Space about 1-1.5' apart. PH: Slightly acidic to neutral Fertilizer: If soils are particularly poor, scratch in an organic granular fertilizer...

Twisted Cord Flower (Strophanthus caudatus) Long red tendrils twisting off each flower petal are the defining feature of this tropical Asian climber. The white star-shaped flowers have red striping that leads into the exotic tendrils.

Husky plants with thick knotted trails of deep red blooms falling from sturdy stems. Height: 24-36”. Very unique and will add creativity to any cut flower display.

A magnificent fountain of fiery color! Always a scene-stealer in our trial gardens, Illumination stops visitors in their tracks! Each tall, sturdy column has bright green leaves below a densely-packed eruption of gold and crimson foliage that stays colorful...

A showstopping plant that steals the scene in garden or vase, Dreadlocks is a joyously bright, floriferous, unique Amaranthus you won't want to miss. Its flower stems point straight down, however, reaching 3 feet to brush the garden floor.

The rainbow of bright foliage and tall, erect habit of this glorious Summer Poinsettia (Amaranthus) make it a garden standout even in the back of the border! The upper foliage -- a brilliant display of scarlet and yellow -- tops the base of yellow, green,...

This is the phytocentric version of Love-Lies-Bleeding, all emerald with elegant spilling tassels. Height: 30-60”.

Grows With: Snapdragons (Antirrhinum), tobacco (Nicotiana), Salvia Water Use: Low Watering Details: Drought tolerant; 1" per week is more than enough. When to Set Outside After all danger of frost has passed Placement & Cultivation Amaranth adds unusual...

Grows With: Snapdragons (Antirrhinum), tobacco (Nicotiana), Salvia Water Use: Low Watering Details: Drought tolerant; 1" per week is more than enough. It does best in soils that are well-drained and slightly acidic to neutral; soil that is too rich will...

Cover with plastic wrap until germination occurs. Easily grown from seed, its young, leafy seedlings make delicious and nutritious cooked greens. What You'll Grow Plant: Upright and somewhat shrub-like with clusters of oblong leaves, upper foliage is...

Feathery flowers, with earthy cinnamon color. Plumes can be multiplied if you pinch the center bud.

Thin to 2-3' apart. Take extra care not to disturb the roots, especially of younger plants. Be very careful not to disturb the roots. Alternatively, spray the plants with neem oil once per week until the insects are no longer an issue.